Setting Up WeatherFlow Tempest

This guide will help you connect your WeatherFlow Tempest Weather System to SmartMixin.

About Tempest

The WeatherFlow Tempest is an advanced weather system with a built-in anemometer, rain gauge, and haptic rain sensor, all in a single compact unit with no moving parts.

Prerequisites

• A WeatherFlow Tempest station connected to the WeatherFlow app
• Your WeatherFlow API Token

Getting Your API Token

1. Log in to tempestwx.com
2. Go to your account settings
3. Navigate to Data Authorizations or API
4. Create a new Personal Use Token
5. Copy the token for use in SmartMixin

Connection Steps

1. Go to Settings > Services > WeatherFlow
2. Click Connect
3. Enter your API Token
4. Click Save
5. Your stations will be automatically detected

Available Data

WeatherFlow Tempest provides:

• Temperature
• Humidity
• Barometric pressure
• Wind speed and direction
• Wind gust and lull
• Rain accumulation (haptic rain sensor)
• UV index
• Solar radiation
• Lightning strike count and distance
• Brightness (lux)

Unique Features

The Tempest has several unique capabilities:

• Haptic Rain Sensor: Detects rain without a traditional tipping bucket
• Lightning Detection: Counts strikes and estimates distance
• No Moving Parts: Built-in sonic anemometer for reliable wind measurements

Troubleshooting

If your station isn't appearing:

• Verify your API token is correct
• Ensure your station is online in the WeatherFlow app
• Check that your station is connected to WiFi
• Verify the token has the correct permissions

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